May weather forecast
Northfield, IA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Northfield, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

Northfield's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 54°F (12.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Northfield is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Northfield. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Northfield, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Northfield is 8.8h.

UV index

In Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northfield in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Northfield, Iowa, during May are 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Northfield?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Northfield?

The month with the most rainfall in Northfield is May, when the rain falls for 16.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Northfield in May?

In Northfield, Iowa, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Northfield?

May through September are months without snowfall in Northfield.

Does it snow in Northfield in May?

In May, in Northfield, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Northfield?

In May, the average day length in Northfield, Iowa, is 14h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Northfield?

On the first day of May in Northfield, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:30 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in May?

In Northfield, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Northfield?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Northfield, IA

Average temperature in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Northfield, IA

Average pressure in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Northfield, IA

Average wind speed in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Northfield, IA

Average humidity in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in May
Northfield, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Northfield, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Northfield, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Northfield, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Northfield, IA

Average UV index in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Northfield, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Northfield, IA

Average visibility in May - Northfield, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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